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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0 and 2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0.
- Identity & price
2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0 had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.3; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.3; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0
2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakar XAM 1.0
Dakar XAM 1.0
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,600.00
$2,200.00
Colors
Flesh
Dirt
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 21"
15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight
33.9 lb
35 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi 55 TST2, 160mm travel
Marzocchi 55 TST2
Fork Material
Single
Single
Rear Shock
Fox DHX Air 4.0, 150mm travel
Fox DHX Air 4.0, 150mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano Deore, 34.9mm clamp
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT
Crankset
Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
Shimano Integrated
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
SRAM PowerGlide 950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-971
SRAM PC-971, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals
Crank Brothers Acid
FPD Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker Ryde w/180mm rotor front/Hayes Stroker Ryde w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic levers
Avid Juicy 3 Hydraulic Disc w/ 7" Rotor front/Avid Juicy 3 Hydraulic Disc w/ 6" Rotor rear brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Syncros Hardcore
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar
Syncros AM OS riser
Easton EA50
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Syncros FL 31.8mm
Easton Vice
Saddle
Syncros FL
WTB Rocket V Como
Seatpost
Syncros FR, 31.6mm diameter
Easton EA50, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula disc 20mm, Rear: Shimano M475 disc
Front: Formula DH DC-91, QR-20 axle, Rear: Formula DH DC36
Rims
Mavic XM317, 32-hole
Mavic XM 317, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.30" WTB Prowler SS
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.